Editor's Note

This story originally ran in the Summer 2015 (V9I2) edition of Yukon, North of Ordinary.

As many Yukoners can attest, it doesn’t take long to get to know a lengthy list of people here. Especially during the flood of summer events, it’s easy to spot familiar faces in the crowd sporting volunteer shirts or reveling in local activities. Partial credit goes to the territory’s small population, but I believe it’s primarily because the Yukon is a place with a thriving, motivated, generous society. One of my first and lasting impressions of the Yukon is its inspiring sense of community.